Airlines will use ‘big data’ to avoid dangerous turbulence
Airlines are working together to achieve smoother flights and offset a predicted climate-driven increase in dangerous severe turbulence. Scientists have warned passengers to expect more bone-jarring encounters with rough weather due to changes in the climate. A 2017 study by the University of Reading predicted the chances of being tossed around an aircraft cabin by severe turbulence could triple in coming years. It already costs US carriers an estimated US$200m annually and the US FAA has identified it as the leading cause of injuries to passengers and crew in non-fatal accidents. Now IATA has launched a global database aimed at helping airlines avoid turbulent conditions when route planning. IATA says the availability of accurate turbulence data will enable pilots will be able to make more informed decisions. <br/>
https://portal.staralliance.com/cms/news/hot-topics/2018-12-27/general/airlines-will-use-2018big-data2019-to-avoid-dangerous-turbulence
https://portal.staralliance.com/cms/logo.png
Airlines will use ‘big data’ to avoid dangerous turbulence
Airlines are working together to achieve smoother flights and offset a predicted climate-driven increase in dangerous severe turbulence. Scientists have warned passengers to expect more bone-jarring encounters with rough weather due to changes in the climate. A 2017 study by the University of Reading predicted the chances of being tossed around an aircraft cabin by severe turbulence could triple in coming years. It already costs US carriers an estimated US$200m annually and the US FAA has identified it as the leading cause of injuries to passengers and crew in non-fatal accidents. Now IATA has launched a global database aimed at helping airlines avoid turbulent conditions when route planning. IATA says the availability of accurate turbulence data will enable pilots will be able to make more informed decisions. <br/>
